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William F. Stanley Elementary School
Elementary School · Waltham
250 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
376
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,003 of 1,793
In Waltham
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#7 of 10
Waltham
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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William F. Stanley Elementary School
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About William F. Stanley Elementary School
William F. Stanley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Waltham, MA, part of Waltham. William F.
Stanley Elementary School serves approximately 376 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. William F. Stanley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,003 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for William F. Stanley Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, William F. Stanley Elementary School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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William F. Stanley Elementary School — Students at William F. Stanley Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How William F. Stanley Elementary School Compares
See how William F. Stanley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
250 South Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William F. Stanley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON (rated 9.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores notably higher. Another option is Williams (rated 9.0/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C C Burr (rated 8.7/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Auburndale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 1.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Franklin West Newton | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| MEADOWBROOK SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Williams Auburndale | 1.7 mi | 9.0 |
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 1.6 mi | 7.8 |
| GIFFORD SCHOOL Weston | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
| THE CAMBRIDGE SCHOOL OF WESTON Weston | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Peirce West Newton | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 2.2 mi | 5.7 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 2.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,029
Median Home Value
$666,300
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
30,314
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
34.1
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|---|---|
| Arthur D Healey Somerville, MA | 6.0 |
| Benjamin J Phelps Agawam, MA | 6.0 |
| Fisher Hill School Orange, MA | 6.0 |
| Francis J Kane Marlborough, MA | 6.0 |
| Glenwood Springfield, MA | 6.0 |
| Greenmont Avenue Dracut, MA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William F. Stanley Elementary School
What grades does William F. Stanley Elementary School serve?
William F. Stanley Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend William F. Stanley Elementary School?
William F. Stanley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 376 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William F. Stanley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at William F. Stanley Elementary School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William F. Stanley Elementary School rank in MA?
William F. Stanley Elementary School ranks #1,003 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is William F. Stanley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
William F. Stanley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at William F. Stanley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William F. Stanley Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is William F. Stanley Elementary School a charter school?
No, William F. Stanley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William F. Stanley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, William F. Stanley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 376
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.8%
- Phone
- (781) 314-5620
Resources & Links
District
Waltham- District Enrollment
- 5,709
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,267
- District Rank
- #7 of 10
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